Good morning, Georgina! Today is Monday, June 22, 2026.

Last week brought Father's Day celebrations, live music at the Uptown Keswick Parkette, and what sounds like a packed weekend at Sibbald Point. Hope dad got some good lake time in.

This week: Team Canada hits the World Cup pitch Wednesday and the Town is hosting a free viewing party at the ROC. Plus — the Explore Georgina Grant closes Friday June 26. If you've been sitting on an application, this is your last chance.

Let's get into your verified local radar for the week of June 22.

The Local Rundown

What you need to know this week in 2 minutes or less.

  • 🚨 Grant Deadline This Friday (Georgina): The Explore Georgina Grant Intake 2 closes June 26. Up to $5,000 available for community, cultural, and economic development projects. Eligible applicants include businesses, not-for-profits, and individuals. A pre-application meeting is required — email [email protected] if you haven't booked one yet. Don't leave money on the table.

  • 🚧 Road Closure — Kennedy Road (Georgina): Kennedy Road between Fawn Lane and Lake Drive East remains closed through June 30, 2027 for York Region Water Treatment Plant upgrades. The stretch between Metro Road North and Fawn Lane is local traffic only. Plan your routes accordingly.

  • 🚧 Ravenshoe Road / Kennedy Road Culvert Closure (Georgina/East Gwillimbury): York Region is repairing a failed culvert at Ravenshoe and Kennedy Road. Local traffic only on Ravenshoe from Warden Ave to McCowan Rd, and Kennedy from Glenwoods to Holborn. No confirmed end date — check signage before routing through.

  • 🏛️ Election Update (Georgina): Nominations for the 2026 municipal election are rolling in. Most recent filing: Mike Anderson for Ward 4 Councillor, nominated June 18. The window stays open until August 21. Full candidate list here.

  • 🎆 Canada Day Lineup Announced (Georgina): Mark your calendars — Canada Day in Georgina is July 1, 2–10 PM at the ROC and Georgina Village Museum. Headliners: Glenn Marais and The Mojo Train, plus Heavy Sugar. Free shuttle buses from Keswick, Sutton, and Udora/Pefferlaw/Virginia from 1 PM. Fireworks at 10 PM. Pre-book rock climbing and ziplines now.

The Main Stage: Premier Events

Where to grab a seat, a ticket, or an experience this weekend.

⚽ World Cup Team Canada Viewing Party (Georgina)

Canada plays Wednesday and the Town of Georgina is making it a thing. Free, family-friendly viewing party at the ROC Chalet — wear red and white.

  • When: Wednesday, June 24 | 2:30–7 PM (match kicks off 3 PM)

  • Where: ROC Chalet, Keswick

  • Admission: Free

🎹 Céleste Early Keyboard Festival — Closing Weekend (Newmarket)

The inaugural Early Keyboard Festival wraps up this weekend at Old Town Hall. Saturday's Academy Showcase is followed by Sunday's "Voyage to Versailles" finale — two concerts featuring historical keyboard instruments in a gorgeous venue.

  • When: Saturday, June 27 | 2 PM (Academy Showcase) / Sunday, June 28 | 2 PM (Voyage to Versailles)

  • Where: Serpa Galleries, Old Town Hall, 460 Botsford Street, Newmarket

  • Admission: $50 adult / $25 student

🎶 Busk Till Dusk (Newmarket)

Free street music on Main Street this weekend. Steve Milligan and John Maugeri take Friday; Patrick Fockler and Rith Keo close out Saturday.

  • When: Friday, June 26 | 5–7 PM / Saturday, June 27 | 5–7 PM

  • Where: Main Street at Davis Drive, Newmarket

  • Admission: Free (tips welcome)

Explore Georgina: Local Events & Activities

Highly specific happenings for our Georgina residents.

  • 🌿 Sibbald Point Provincial Park — Weekend Discovery Programs (Georgina): Free drop-in nature programs run both weekend days. Saturday: Something Fishy (10 AM–12 PM) and Furry Friends (2–4 PM), both at the Park Store. Sunday: Victorian Games (10 AM–12 PM at the Campground Playground) and Marsh Mingle (2–4 PM at the Amphitheatre). No registration — just pre-book your vehicle permit at ontario.ca/parks up to 5 days ahead.

    🛒 Georgina Farmers' Market (Sutton): Every Sunday 9 AM–2 PM at The Link, 20849 Dalton Road, Sutton. 40+ vendors, live music, fitness classes, and family activities. Free entry. Get there before noon for the best selection.

    🧜 Storytime with Mermaid Serenity — Georgina Library (Keswick): Drop-in storytime at the Keswick Branch this Thursday June 25, 10:30–11:30 AM. Free, all ages. No registration needed.

    🗺️ Giant Ocean Floor Map — Georgina Library (Keswick): A massive ocean floor map on display at the Keswick Branch — Thursday June 25, 10 AM–9 PM and Friday June 26, 10 AM–6 PM. Free, drop-in, all ages.

    👶 CAPC Play and Learn (Georgina): Free early learning drop-in for ages 0–6 at two locations this week. Tuesday June 23, 12–1:15 PM at Pefferlaw Branch (76 Pete's Lane). Thursday June 25, 10:30 AM–12 PM at Discovery Branch, Keswick. No registration needed.

    🍖 Canada Day BBQ — Club 55 Sutton (Sutton): Getting the Canada Day spirit going a little early. Thursday June 25, 12–1 PM at The Link Hall, 20849 Dalton Rd. $10/person, pre-registration required.

The Local Hustle: Business & Growth

Where the money (and the jobs) are moving.

💰 Last Call — Explore Georgina Grant closes Friday. The Town's Explore Georgina Grant program has $45,000 available annually across three streams: Community Betterment (up to $2,000), Community Culture (up to $5,000), and Economic Development (up to $5,000 — preference for projects driving overnight stays). Intake 2 closes June 26. If you haven't booked your mandatory pre-application meeting, email [email protected] now.

🗳️ 2026 Election — Nominations filling in. With the window open until August 21, the candidate field is taking shape. Two mayoral candidates are in (Dale Kerr Genge and Margaret Quirk), wards 1–4 are contested, and Mike Anderson just filed for Ward 4 Councillor on June 18. Local businesses and chamber members — watch this race closely.

What's On Tap

Your verified calendar for the week.

🌤️ This Week’s Weather at a Glance

MON: 20°C 📈 | 14°C 📉 (🌧️ Periods of rain)

TUE: 23°C 📈 | 12°C 📉 (⛅ Mix of sun and cloud)

WED: 23°C 📈 | 14°C 📉 (⛅ Cloudy)

THU: 22°C 📈 | 14°C 📉 (🌧️ Cloudy, 40% chance of showers)

FRI: 22°C 📈 | 15°C 📉 (🌧️ Chance of a shower)

SAT: 21°C 📈 | 15°C 📉 (☀️ Mainly sunny)

SUN: 22°C 📈 | 17°C 📉 (☀️ Mainly sunny)

The TL;DR: A damp start to the week — Monday brings rain and the showers linger through Thursday and Friday. But the weekend clears up nicely. Saturday and Sunday look mainly sunny in the low 20s, which is perfect timing for the Sibbald Point nature programs, the Georgina Farmers' Market Sunday morning, and anyone making the drive to Brooks Farms for strawberries. Plan the outdoor stuff for the back half of the week.

The Parent Survival Guide: Family Fun

Because the kids need to burn off that spring energy, too.

  • 🍓 Brooks Farms Barnyard Playland + Strawberry Pick-Your-Own (Mount Albert): Strawberry season is open — follow the signs on the farm to the field. The Barnyard Playland runs daily 9 AM–5 PM but can hit capacity, and private events sometimes cause closures. Always call ahead: 905-473-3246. Worth every minute if you get a green light.

    🌿 Sibbald Point Provincial Park Discovery Programs (Georgina): Four free drop-in nature programs this weekend for kids of all ages. Saturday: Something Fishy (10 AM–12 PM) and Furry Friends (2–4 PM). Sunday: Victorian Games (10 AM–12 PM) and Marsh Mingle (2–4 PM). No registration — just pre-book your vehicle permit at ontario.ca/parks up to 5 days ahead.

    ⚽ World Cup Team Canada Viewing Party (Georgina): Get the kids in red and white and head to the ROC Chalet Wednesday June 24, 2:30–7 PM. Free, family-friendly, and a great excuse to explain offside rules to a seven-year-old.

    🧜 Storytime with Mermaid Serenity (Keswick): Drop-in storytime at Keswick Branch this Thursday June 25, 10:30–11:30 AM. Free, all ages, no registration. A great morning activity before lunch.

    🗺️ Giant Ocean Floor Map — Georgina Library (Keswick): Massive interactive display at Keswick Branch Thursday and Friday. Free, drop-in. Curious kids love it — and it counts as a sneaky education win.

    👶 CAPC Play and Learn (Georgina): Free early learning drop-in for ages 0–6, Tuesday at Pefferlaw Branch and Thursday at Discovery Branch Keswick. No registration, just show up.

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